Is use of Grey Water, (ie from shower and sink) covered by the restrictions?
Use of grey water is not covered by the restrictions. Manual bucketing onto lawn and garden areas using water from the bathroom or laundry, or temporary use of a hose manually fitted to the washing machine outlet hose, is permitted subject to the health advice from the Department of Health. Download the Greywater Fact Sheet for more information. Grey water systems do require a series of approvals as these are designed to be connected permanently to the plumbing outlets. If you are considering installing a grey water system, please seek approval in the first instance from the Department of Health and contact your local council to ensure there are no restrictions for the use of grey water in your area. Once you have the appropriate approvals from the Department of Health and your council, the final stage is to seek permission from SA Water to divert the grey water from the sewer as certain plumbing arrangements are required.
Use of grey water is not covered by the restrictions. Manual bucketing onto lawn and garden areas using water from the bathroom or laundry, or temporary use of a hose manually fitted to the washing machine outlet hose, is permitted subject to the health advice from the Department of Health. Download the Greywater Fact Sheet for more information. Grey water systems do require a series of approvals as these are designed to be connected permanently to the plumbing outlets. If you are considering installing a grey water system, please seek approval in the first instance from the Department of Health and contact your local council to ensure there are no restrictions for the use of grey water in your area. Once you have the appropriate approvals from the Department of Health and your council, the final stage is to seek permission from SA Water to divert the grey water from the sewer as certain plumbing arrangements are required.
